Artist: Testimony Kingdom
Song: Yinlayefa
Genre: Afrosounds / Ijaw Music
Language: Ijaw
Released: September 15, 2026
If you’re looking for a fresh song from a young voice in the Niger Delta, “Yinlayefa” by Testimony Kingdom is one to check out.
The song was released on September 15, 2026, and it is already attracting attention on Audiomack, where the track has picked up thousands of plays within its first few days. The release is uploaded through the account of veteran Ijaw musician Chief Barrister Smooth, who is helping to introduce the young artiste to a wider audience.
What makes the story behind this song interesting is the age of the artist. Testimony Kingdom is an 11 year old singer who was recently discovered by Chief Barrister Smooth during his visit to Gbaraun in Bayelsa State. She has roots in Arogbo Kingdom in Ondo State and Gbaraun in Bayelsa State.
According to a recent report by Izon Daily, Chief Barrister Smooth was impressed by her voice and decided to take her under his mentorship in Warri, Delta State. Testimony also performed “Yinlayefa” during that meeting, giving people an early look at her musical ability.
That makes “Yinlayefa” more than just another new song. It is one of the first releases introducing Testimony Kingdom as a young artiste, and it comes at an interesting time as she begins developing her sound and musical identity.
The song is also connected to the wider Ijaw music scene. Chief Barrister Smooth is a veteran Ijaw highlife musician who has been active in Niger Delta music for years, and his involvement gives the young singer an opportunity to learn from someone with considerable experience in the region’s music culture. His Audiomack profile lists him as an Ijaw musician based in Warri.
Interestingly, “Yinlayefa” has already appeared among the highlighted and top songs on Barrister Smooth’s Audiomack profile. The track had recorded more than 6,000 plays just a few days after its release, showing that people are already paying attention to the young singer.
For listeners who enjoy discovering new Niger Delta talents, this is one song worth checking out. It is also interesting to see a young singer getting an early platform to showcase her own music and Ijaw roots.
So if you’re curious about one of the new young voices coming out of the Niger Delta, give Testimony Kingdom – “Yinlayefa” a listen.
Listen to “Yinlayefa” using the audio player below and discover this new song from young Niger Delta talent Testimony Kingdom.
